Project Manager - Mission Systems (5373) (TS/SCI) (Ft. Bragg, NC )

<p>SMX is seeking a <strong>Mission Systems Project Manager</strong> to serve as the primary lead responsible for planning, execution, oversight, and delivery of enterprise mission systems, communications, network operations, infrastructure, and mission IT services supporting a globally distributed intelligence environment. The Project Manager provides strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and operational coordination across multiple technical service areas to ensure mission readiness, cybersecurity compliance, and successful execution of Government objectives.</p> <p><strong>This is a full-time onsite position in Ft. Bragg, NC.</strong></p> <p><strong>Essential Duties &amp; Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Serve as the primary interface between Government leadership, mission partners, and contractor personnel.</li> <li>Manage execution of enterprise communications, network operations, infrastructure, mission systems, and transport services supporting intelligence and operational missions.&nbsp;</li> <li>Oversee program performance, staffing, resource allocation, risk management, and contract compliance.</li> <li>Develop and maintain integrated project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and performance metrics.</li> <li>Lead program reviews, status meetings, executive briefings, and customer engagements.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with DoD, Intelligence Community, cybersecurity, and accreditation requirements.</li> <li>Coordinate activities across Unified Communications, Enterprise Network Operations, ICAM, infrastructure services, mission systems, field support, and enterprise IT operations teams.</li> <li>Identify and mitigate program risks, issues, and operational impacts affecting mission execution.</li> <li>Support transition planning, technology modernization initiatives, and continuous process improvement efforts.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Required Skills, Experience &amp; Education</strong></p> <ul> <li>Active TS/SCI clearance with NATO access eligibility.</li> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, Business Management, or related field.&nbsp;</li> <li>Minimum 5 years of experience managing complex DoD, Intelligence Community, or enterprise IT programs.</li> <li>Minimum 3 years of experience leading geographically dispersed technical teams supporting mission-critical operations.</li> <li>Experience managing programs involving enterprise networks, communications systems, cybersecurity, infrastructure services, and mission systems.</li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience briefing senior Government leadership.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Desired Skills/Experience</strong></p> <ul> <li>Master’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related discipline.</li> <li>PMP certification.</li> <li>ITIL Foundation or higher certification.</li> <li>Experience supporting Intelligence Community, Special Operations, ISR, DPED, or GISA programs.</li> <li>Experience managing programs supporting Unified Communications, SATCOM, CDL, transport systems, ICAM, cloud, virtualization, and enterprise infrastructure environments.</li> <li>Knowledge of RMF, CSfC, Zero Trust Architecture, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks.</li> <li>Experience supporting worldwide CONUS and OCONUS operations in classified environments.</li> <li>Familiarity with Agile, DevSecOps, and enterprise modernization initiatives.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Application Deadline: August 17, 2026</p> <p>#CJPOST</p> <p>#LI-onsite</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>&nbsp;</p> <hr> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning &amp; development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.</span></p></div><div class="title">The proposed salary for this position is:</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$130,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$170,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p>&nbsp;</p> <p>At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.</p> <p>We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.</p> <p>SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.</p> <p><span data-teams="true"><span id="message-body-1758638857922" class="fui-ChatMyMessage__body rcngbzt ___eyw0iv0 f10pi13n ftqa4ok f2hkw1w f8hki3x f1d2448m f1bjia2o ffh67wi f1j6vpng f1pniga2 f987i1v f1ffjurs f15bsgw9 f14e48fq f18yb2kv fd6o370 ffwy5si f3znvyf f57olzd f4stah7 f480a47 fs1por5 fk6fouc figsok6 fkhj508 f19n0e5 f9ijwd5 fzqqayd f10ostut f1o0qvyv f9ggezi f1xp5gbu f150uoa4 ffyari3 fo7qwa0 f16xkysk fxowb0n f11ghf3q f13aoclr flypziy f10kwr27 fquw1qa fftr39l f13lathq f15hsm81 f2ss68y ffb60jq f8nuap2 f13nk4fk f7jacry fq08z5q fd9af6s fr74w9q fcl9uv6 f13sm7pj f1u6qqly f16wpxbl faim3u9 f6cs3qo fa2w2z3 fd39nx6 f10gn8j9 frcqmxy f1w9ws4k f1ddxkqj fd10euv fvuz61 f1nbc6gw"><span id="content-1758638857922" class="fui-Primitive ___16zla5h f1oy3dpc fqtknz5 fyvcxda"></span></span></span></p> <div id="x_Signature"></div> <p>Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.</p> <p>SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).</p></div>